1981 Renault 18 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1450 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Renault 18. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 18 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 18 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3002 mm |
